Kazakhstan Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA), which entered into force on 1 March 2020. The EU is Kazakhstan’s main trade and investment partner, representing over one third of ... ( read original story ...)
This Man Visited North Korea Over 60 Times. Here’s What Surprised Him Most.
A tour guide has seen a lot in North Korea, but nothing compares to the time when he led a drunken sing-along with hundreds of North Koreans. ( read original story ...)
Nepal to open for all foreign tourists: minister
The Nepali government has decided to reopen the country for foreign tourists and tourism activities even though the Himalayan country has been seeing a continuous rise in COVID-19 cases, a Nepali ... ( read original story ...)
Foreign Secy Shringla in Nepal to mend ties, holds talks (Ld)
Indian Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardan Shringla has started high-level meetings in Kathmandu immediately after kicking off his two-day Nepal visit on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Malaysia Leader Wins Budget Vote, Passes Key Leadership Test
Malaysia Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin survived a key test of his leadership on Thursday when he won enough support in parliament for his 2021 budget. ( read original story ...)
Myanmar shopping platform bags funding from former Japanese senator, others
So said it plans to use the new funds to bankroll various marketing efforts as well as the renovation of its app. ( read original story ...)
Thailand Confirms Return Of Iranians Held Over 2012 Bomb Plot
Thailand confirmed Thursday it had returned three Iranians jailed over a 2012 bomb plot in Bangkok, in an announcement that came after Tehran freed an Australian-British lecturer imprisoned for ... ( read original story ...)
Iran economy could rebound to 4.4% growth if U.S. sanctions lifted: IIF
Iran's economy could grow 4.4% next year if U.S. President-elect Joe Biden lifts sanctions that have contributed to a deep three-year recession, although the COVID-19 crisis could limit foreign ... ( read original story ...)
Dozens Jailed For Life Over Turkey’s 2016 Coup
A Turkish court jailed 27 former pilots and other suspects for life in one of the largest trials stemming from the bloody 2016 coup attempt against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Fethullah Gulen, a ... ( read original story ...)
Thanksgiving 2020: How Do NASA Astronauts Celebrate Turkey Day In Space?
Being in outer space is no excuse to skip Thanksgiving. NASA has shared images of how astronauts celebrate the annual holiday in creative ways and keep the tradition alive miles away from Earth. ( read original story ...)